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Friday, August 29th, 2025
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Good morning, High Point. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 29th of August.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A 16-year-old student was arrested after police found a loaded handgun wrapped in a sweatshirt at High Point Central around 8:55 a.m.—the school locked down immediately—and the youth now faces charges for possession of a firearm on educational property, carrying a concealed gun, and possession of a handgun by a minor. ABC45
- ➤ A High Point Central student was arrested on August 28 after a school resource officer found a loaded handgun in his bookbag during a weapons scan— the campus was locked down briefly and the student now faces charges. ABC45
- ➤ Police said a High Point Central student was charged after a loaded gun in his backpack set off a weapon-detection scanner upon entering the building—students and parents reacted to the incident. WFMY News 2
- ➤ A High Point Central student brought a loaded gun to school one day after a gunman opened fire at a Minneapolis Catholic school—killing 2 children and injuring 17 others. News & Record
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Local leaders met at the State of Our Community luncheon as JetZero president Dan Da Silva explained the company will build a $4.7-billion factory at Piedmont Triad International Airport that will break ground in 2026—bringing 14,500 jobs to Greensboro; he encouraged young people to apply for positions in factory work and STEM fields. WXII 12
- ➤ In July, the Triad jobless rate dropped slightly to 4.1% as the labor force grew by 4,900 to 817,016—an adjustment that brought 896 fewer people as unemployed, according to the N.C. Commerce Department. Several manufacturing firms, including PVH and FedEx, also announced upcoming layoffs that will affect hundreds of local jobs. News & Record
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The North Carolina Department of Labor recovered $2.5 million in unpaid wages after investigating 1,600 complaints in 87 counties from July 2024 to June 2025 in retail, restaurants, construction, medical, and transportation. Commissioner Farley said the funds help workers pay for essentials like rent and school supplies — and he will investigate any new wage discrepancies reported. ABC45
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John Coltrane International Jazz and Blues Festival 2025
3-9 p.m. — Oak Hollow Festival Park — Free entry — Experience the smooth sounds of jazz with Grammy-winning saxophonist Bob Reynolds.
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Lunch Meetup with Real Estate Professionals
12:30-1:30 p.m. — Kickback Jack's High Point — Registration required — Network with experienced investors and learn about real estate strategies that changed lives.
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Cornerstone Charter vs. Phoenix Academy Varsity Soccer Match
6-7:45 p.m. — Phoenix Academy High School — Free entry — Watch an exciting varsity soccer match as the home team takes on Cornerstone Charter.
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Vet 2 Vet Bass Tournament
7 a.m. - 2 p.m. — Oak Hollow Marina — $50 registration fee — Cast your line for a cause and support veterans through fishing therapy.
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Adaptive Tennis
11 AM – 1 PM — Deep River Recreation Center — Free — Discover the joy of tennis for wheelchair and standing adaptive players through this community-focused event.
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TMASA Girls Varsity Volleyball Match
5:30-6:30 p.m. — Phoenix Academy High School — Free entry — Watch the Phoenix Academy team face off against Triad Math and Science Academy in a lively home conference volleyball match.
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Sister Hazel Concert
7-10:30 p.m. — COHAB.SPACE — Tickets available — Experience the melodic charm of Sister Hazel, renowned for their influential independent music.
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Adaptive Tennis
11 AM – 1 PM — Deep River Recreation Center — Free — Engage in adaptive tennis aimed at players with physical disabilities, fostering inclusivity in sports.
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Ledisi Live in Concert
7:30-10:30 p.m. — High Point Theatre — $69.05 to $191.81 — Experience an electrifying performance by one of R&B’s most captivating vocalists.
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